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Know the Limitation Period for Medical Negligence...
Posted in Medical Negligence on 11th Jun 2020
There are many concerns felt by medical negligence victims which can create doubt and hesitation in pursuing a claim.
However, it is important to consider that the Limitation Period for the majority of Claimants is 3 Years – a time limit which is too often missed by victims of negligence.
Missing this deadline can be devastasting for those impacted my medical negligence and all too often means they are left with no other options but to pay for damages out of their own pocket or not having access to treatment at all.
We know the effects of medical...
Road Traffic Accidents in the UK
Posted in Personal Injury on 21st Oct 2020
Of all road traffic accidents in the UK, around half of these involve motorists, with car users accounting for 44% of road deaths in the UK in 2018.
With road safety and air quality now becoming top of the agenda of issues, it is not the time to take travelling by car lightly. Interestingly, the majority of all fatalities occur on country roads, with a failure to look out properly being one of the most frequently reported factors contributing to accidents.
This can create challenges when an individual needs to pursue a claim following an accident....
Cyclist Accidents in London
Posted in Personal Injury on 19th Oct 2020
Across Great Britain in 2018, over 15,000 cyclists were injured or seriously injured whilst cycling.
Whilst cars make up 80% of the traffic on the roads, the casualty rate per miles travelled is much higher for cyclists and for other vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and motorcyclists.
These statistics can act as an unfortunate deterrent to those thinking about taking up cycling, raising the question of whether higher cycling rates will simply lead to more cyclist injuries and fatalities.
There is however research demonstrating that...
Covid-19 and business interruption clauses:...
Posted in Dispute Resolution on 2nd Oct 2020
The eagerly anticipated judgment of The Financial Conduct Authority v Arch and Others was handed down by the High Court on 15 September 2020 bringing some helpful clarification to the meaning of Covid-19 in respect business insurance policies.
Background to The Financial Conduct Authority v Arch and Others
Following the outbreak of Covid-19, many UK business faced serious working limitations or mandatory closure in light of the government lockdown rules.
On 5 March 2020, Covid-19 was confirmed to be a notifiable disease in England and Wales by...
